A Lifetime of Discovery
Celebrating the life of Lucille, a whitespotted guitarfish who made a tremendous impact in her nearly 20 years at the aquarium.
Stories
Beluga Rescue Updates & Stories
We’re keeping you close to the latest news, updates and stories about the newest belugas at Shedd and their journeys of rescue, care and wellbeing. Follow along here for more about their arrivals, how they’re adjusting to life at Shedd and more!
An Inside Look at Shedd
As you watch the sea otters play in the Abbott Oceanarium, how can you tell Cooper from Watson? What's it like to drop everything and rush to Canada to help rescue a stranded beluga whale? Discover yourself with Shedd's stories and updates, sharing everything from new arrivals to animal rescues across the globe!
Meet the Belugas
The beluga whales at Shedd are ambassadors for their species, helping millions of guests every year form a deeper connection to the aquatic worl...
History and Nature Connect Us: Exploring the African American Heritage Water Trail
A refuge on the Underground Railroad. The birthplace of Environmental Justice. A landmark in the Civil Rights Movement. These — along with more ...
Aquatic Life Reflects the Pantone Color of the Year 2024
Take a deep breath. Let yourself relax and feel a moment of calm. Inspired by the Pantone Color of the Year 2024,
Five Conservation Questions Answered with DNA
When you think about genetic research and DNA analysis, you may picture your favorite crime shows, tracing family trees through ancestry or clon...
Meet the Penguins
From crested rockhoppers to smooth-swimming Magellanics, meet the penguins of Shedd Aquarium.